How it works...

The IRS requires that casinos and other gambling establishments withhold 30% of the gambling winnings of International visitors. However, due to the U.S. Canada Tax Treaty, Canadians can offset gambling losses against the gambling winnings reported on form 1042-S. and get some or all of the gambling tax back! Non U.S. citizens that are residents of certain other countries* may also qualify for a refund of the 30% withholding on their casino winnings. (see list of eligible countries below)

As an IRS authorized Certifying Acceptance Agent (ID # 98-0337122) we can get you an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number and provide you with U.S. Gambling Tax Recovery Services. Simple, easy and risk free. If you don't get your casino refund cheque we don't charge a fee.

* In addition to Canada the following other listed countries qualify: Austria, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Russian Federation, Slovak Republic, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Tunisia, Turkey, Ukraine, and the United Kingdom. These listed countries do not have to establish gambling losses in order to claim a full refund.

If you are not a Canadian resident but are a tax resident of one of the above countries and wish a refund of the withholding tax on gambling winnings then send us an email by clicking the "Questions?" link rather than using the "Apply Now" form.

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